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Clinics / Workshops

Clinics and Workshops are typically free of charge, unless otherwise stated. Registration is not required.
For information about Outdoor Program Clinics and Workshops contact :
Outdoor Program
(503) 725-5668 or odp@pdx.edu

 

Beginner's Climbing Hour

Join us on Tuesdays from 6 - 7pm in the Climbing Center for a free Basic Climbing Technique night!

 

Introduction to Indoor Rock Climbing

April 14 & 21

This is an introductory rock climbing course focused on basic movement and technique. Throughout this seminar, instructors will focus on refining techniques, increasing endurance, and increasing efficiency of movement. All skill and fitness levels will benefit from this foundational course. Students will also learn the basics of bouldering and top rope climbing as well as belaying and rappelling. 

Rec Center Member :$35
Non-member : $70
Registration deadline : 4/12 @ 12:00 pm
Pre-trip meeting : 4/14 @ 9:00 am

 

Introduction to Outdoor Rock Climbing

 May 11 - 12

This is an intensive workshop created specifically to prepare individual climbers with the skills necessary to set out on their own outdoor climbing trip. Skills to be covered include anchor construction and cleaning, rappelling, basic self-rescue techniques and safe top rope setup. Prerequisite: Have proficient basic rock climbing skills and/or receive consent from a PE class Instructor or from Climbing Center Staff, and current belay cert in ASRC.

Rec Center Member : $75
Non-member : $150
Registration deadline : 5/8 @ 12:00 pm
Pre-trip meeting: 5/8 @ 6:00 pm

 

Belay Class

Saturdays 4/13, 4/20, 5/11, 5/18, 5/25, 6/1, 6/8
This class will teach the basic knots involved in roped climbing, the process of belaying a climber, and how to perform a safety check. Classes cost $5. Registration takes place at Member Services.
Rec Center Member : $5
Non-member : $5
Registration deadline : 2 hours prior to class

 

Basic Climbing Technique Class

Saturdays 4/13, 4/20, 5/11, 5/18, 5/25, 6/1, 6/8
This class provides an introduction to rock climbing and will cover basic movement techniques, efficient movement, and route-reading. The cost is $5 and registration takes place at Member Services.
Rec Center Member : $5
Non-member : $5
Registration deadline : 2 hours prior to class 

 

Climb One. Climb All.

Sunday 4/28
A bouldering competition open to all levels of climbing ability. This is a friendly, community-based event appropriate for beginner as well as advanced climbers.
Rec Center Member : $5
Non-member : $12
Registration deadline : TBA